Several children at an East Orange YMCA summer camp were hospitalized after eating edibles reportedly containing mushrooms, prompting a police and health investigation

Children at an East Orange YMCA summer camp became sick after consuming edibles that officials said may have contained mushrooms, leading to hospital evaluations and an active investigation. Emergency responders treated multiple kids, and authorities worked to determine how the products reached the camp. The incident centers on accidental exposure to psychoactive edibles in a youth setting, with police and health officials assessing the source, ingredients, and supervision failures involved. The case highlights the safety risks of improperly stored or mislabeled mushroom-infused products, especially when they resemble ordinary snacks and are accessible to minors.